LA Auto Show 2012

By Annika Toernqvist

on November 28, 2012 11:43 AM

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The winged "Smart forjeremy" special edition Smart Car from Daimler AG is unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto show in Los Angeles on media preview day, November 28, 2012. Smart forjeremy is the creation of fashion designer Jeremy Scott, who conceived of the special edition car with fiberglass wings which double as tail lights. The LA Auto Show opens to the public on November 30 and runs through December 9. less

The winged "Smart forjeremy" special edition Smart Car from Daimler AG is unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto show in Los Angeles on media preview day, November 28, 2012. Smart forjeremy is the creation of ... more

The BMW i8 Concept is shown at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles,... Photo-3808867.53087 - SFGate

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The all-new F-TYPE with special-order Firesand paintwork and equipped with optional 'Design' and both exterior and interior 'Black' packs, made its Auto Show debut at the LA Auto Show on November 28, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. less

The all-new F-TYPE with special-order Firesand paintwork and equipped with optional 'Design' and both exterior and interior 'Black' packs, made its Auto Show debut at the LA Auto Show on November 28, 2012 in ... more

Jaguar F-TYPE is shown during its North American debut at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show opens to the public on Friday, November 30. less

Jaguar F-TYPE is shown during its North American debut at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention ... more

Photo: Chris Carlson, Associated Press

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Jaguar F-TYPE is shown during its North American debut at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show opens to the public on Friday, November 30. less

Jaguar F-TYPE is shown during its North American debut at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention ... more

Photo: Chris Carlson, Associated Press

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The new Porsche Caymans are introduced at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

The new Porsche Caymans are introduced at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Photo: Jae C. Hong, Associated Press

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The new Porsche Cayman is introduced at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show opens to the public on Friday, November 30. less

The new Porsche Cayman is introduced at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show ... more

Photo: Jae C. Hong, Associated Press

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The Mercedes-Benz Ener-G-Force concept is introduced at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show opens to the public on Friday, November 30. less

The Mercedes-Benz Ener-G-Force concept is introduced at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention ... more

Photo: Jae C. Hong, Associated Press

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The Mercedes-Benz Ener-G-Force concept is introduced at the Los Angeles Auto show in Los Angeles, California on media preview day, November 28, 2012. \The LA Auto Show will open to the public on November 30 and runs through December 9. less

The Mercedes-Benz Ener-G-Force concept is introduced at the Los Angeles Auto show in Los Angeles, California on media preview day, November 28, 2012. \The LA Auto Show will open to the public on November 30 ... more

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Jaguar FXR-S is shown during its world debut at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show opens to the public on Friday, November 30. less

Jaguar FXR-S is shown during its world debut at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. ... more

Photo: Chris Carlson, Associated Press

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Jaguar FXR-S is shown during its world debut at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show opens to the public on Friday, November 30. less

Jaguar FXR-S is shown during its world debut at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. ... more

Photo: Chris Carlson, Associated Press

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The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT is unveiled at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show opens to the public on Friday, November 30. less

The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT is unveiled at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The ... more

Photo: Jae C. Hong, Associated Press

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The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT is unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto show in Los Angeles, California on media preview day, November 28, 2012. \The LA Auto Show will open to the public on November 30 and runs through December 9. less

The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT is unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto show in Los Angeles, California on media preview day, November 28, 2012. \The LA Auto Show will open to the public on November 30 and runs ... more

The Fiat 500L Trekking is displayed at its world premiere at the Los Angeles Auto show in Los Angeles, California on media preview day, November 28, 2012. The 500L is a five-door sub-compact minivan with seating for five and looks that borrow styling cues from the smaller 500 city car. The LA Auto Show will open to the public on November 30 and runs through December 9. less

The Fiat 500L Trekking is displayed at its world premiere at the Los Angeles Auto show in Los Angeles, California on media preview day, November 28, 2012. The 500L is a five-door sub-compact minivan with ... more

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The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT is unveiled at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show opens to the public on Friday, November 30. less

The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT is unveiled at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The ... more

Photo: Jae C. Hong, Associated Press

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An artist spray paints the cover laying on top of the Hyundai Motor Co. Santa Fe during the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, California, U.S., on Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The LA Auto Show is open to the public Nov. 30 through Dec. 9. less

An artist spray paints the cover laying on top of the Hyundai Motor Co. Santa Fe during the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, California, U.S., on Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The LA Auto Show is open to the public ... more

Photo: Jonathan Alcorn, Bloomberg

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Hyundai Santa Fe is shown during its world debut at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show opens to the public on Friday, November 30. less

Hyundai Santa Fe is shown during its world debut at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention ... more

Photo: Chris Carlson, Associated Press

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Attendees view the Hyundai Motor Co. Santa Fe during the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, California, U.S., on Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The LA Auto Show is open to the public Nov. 30 through Dec. 9.

Attendees view the Hyundai Motor Co. Santa Fe during the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, California, U.S., on Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The LA Auto Show is open to the public Nov. 30 through Dec. 9.

Hyundai Santa Fe is shown during its world debut at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show opens to the public on Friday, November 30. less

Hyundai Santa Fe is shown during its world debut at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention ... more

Photo: Chris Carlson, Associated Press

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LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 28: John Edwards, Global Brand Director, Land Rover introduces the all-new Range Rover at Jaguar Land Rover's press conference at the LA Auto Show on November 28, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. less

LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 28: John Edwards, Global Brand Director, Land Rover introduces the all-new Range Rover at Jaguar Land Rover's press conference at the LA Auto Show on November 28, 2012 in Los ... more

A visitor sits behind the wheel of the new Fiat 500e electric car after it was unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto show in Los Angeles, California on media preview day, November 28, 2012. The LA Auto Show will open to the public on November 30 and runs through December 9. less

A visitor sits behind the wheel of the new Fiat 500e electric car after it was unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto show in Los Angeles, California on media preview day, November 28, 2012. The LA Auto Show will ... more

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Olivier Francois, Chrysler's chief marketing officer and global chief of the Fiat brand, talks in front of a Fiat 500e at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show opens to the public on Friday, November 30. less

Olivier Francois, Chrysler's chief marketing officer and global chief of the Fiat brand, talks in front of a Fiat 500e at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto ... more

Fiat 500 is shown during its world debut at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show opens to the public on Friday, November 30. less

Fiat 500 is shown during its world debut at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The ... more

Photo: Chris Carlson, Associated Press

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The Fiat 500L is shown at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show opens to the public on Friday, November 30. less

The Fiat 500L is shown at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show opens to the ... more

Photo: Chris Carlson, Associated Press

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Attendees view the new Fiat 500L vehicle during the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, California, U.S., on Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. After returning to the U.S. with its 500 subcompact in 2010, Fiat plans to introduce an electric version at the Los Angeles Auto Show today. less

Attendees view the new Fiat 500L vehicle during the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, California, U.S., on Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. After returning to the U.S. with its 500 subcompact in 2010, Fiat plans to ... more

Photo: Jonathan Alcorn, Bloomberg

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An employee checks underneath the 2013 Toyota Motor Corp. RAV4 crossover vehicle during the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, California, U.S., on Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. Toyota Motor Corp., headed for its best U.S. sales in four years, wants to boost deliveries next year of its RAV4 by 18 percent as it pits a restyled version of the crossover against rivals Honda Motor Co. and Ford Motor Co. less

An employee checks underneath the 2013 Toyota Motor Corp. RAV4 crossover vehicle during the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, California, U.S., on Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. Toyota Motor Corp., headed for its best ... more

Volkswagen Beetle convertible is shown during its world debut at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show opens to the public on Friday, November 30. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson) less

Volkswagen Beetle convertible is shown during its world debut at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles ... more

Photo: Chris Carlson, Associated Press

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Volkswagen Beetle convertible is shown during its world debut at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show opens to the public on Friday, November 30. less

Volkswagen Beetle convertible is shown during its world debut at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles ... more

Photo: Chris Carlson, Associated Press

Volkswagen Beetle convertible is shown during its world debut at... Photo-3807021.53087 - SFGate

Volkswagen Beetle convertible is shown during its world debut at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show opens to the public on Friday, November 30. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson) less

Volkswagen Beetle convertible is shown during its world debut at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles ... more

Photo: Chris Carlson, Associated Press

Volkswagen Beetle convertible is shown during its world debut at... Photo-3807026.53087 - SFGate

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Volkswagen Beetle convertible is shown during its world debut at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show opens to the public on Friday, November 30. less

Volkswagen Beetle convertible is shown during its world debut at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles ... more

Photo: Chris Carlson, Associated Press

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The Hyundai Veloster C3 concept is unveiled at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show opens to the public on Friday, November 30. less

The Hyundai Veloster C3 concept is unveiled at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The ... more

Photo: Jae C. Hong, Associated Press

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The Hyundai Veloster C3 concept is unveiled at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show opens to the public on Friday, November 30. less

The Hyundai Veloster C3 concept is unveiled at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The ... more

Photo: Jae C. Hong, Associated Press

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The Hyundai Veloster C3 concept is unveiled at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show opens to the public on Friday, November 30. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong) less

The Hyundai Veloster C3 concept is unveiled at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The ... more

Photo: Jae C. Hong, Associated Press

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he new 2014 Chevy Spark EV electric vehicle is unveiled during the Los Angeles Auto show on November 28, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. The LA Auto Show opens to the public on November 30 and runs through December 9. less

he new 2014 Chevy Spark EV electric vehicle is unveiled during the Los Angeles Auto show on November 28, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. The LA Auto Show opens to the public on November 30 and runs through ... more

The 2013 Chevrolet Spark EV all electrical car is unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto Show in Los Angeles, California on media preview day, November 28, 2012. The Spark is Chevrolet's first all electric car. The LA Auto Show will open to the public on November 30 and runs through December 9. less

The 2013 Chevrolet Spark EV all electrical car is unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto Show in Los Angeles, California on media preview day, November 28, 2012. The Spark is Chevrolet's first all electric car. The ... more

LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 28: The new 2014 Chevy Spark EV electric vehicle is unveiled during the Los Angeles Auto show on November 28, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. The LA Auto Show opens to the public November 30 and runs through December 9. less

LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 28: The new 2014 Chevy Spark EV electric vehicle is unveiled during the Los Angeles Auto show on November 28, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. The LA Auto Show opens to the public ... more

The 2013 Chevrolet Spark EV all electrical car is unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto Show in Los Angeles, California on media preview day, November 28, 2012. The Spark is Chevrolet's first all electric car. The LA Auto Show will open to the public on November 30 and runs through December 9. less

The 2013 Chevrolet Spark EV all electrical car is unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto Show in Los Angeles, California on media preview day, November 28, 2012. The Spark is Chevrolet's first all electric car. The ... more

The interior of the 2013 Chevrolet Spark EV is seen as the Spark is unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto Show in Los Angeles, California on media preview day, November 28, 2012. The Spark is Chevrolet's first all electric car. The LA Auto Show will open to the public on November 30 and runs through December 9. less

The interior of the 2013 Chevrolet Spark EV is seen as the Spark is unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto Show in Los Angeles, California on media preview day, November 28, 2012. The Spark is Chevrolet's first all ... more

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Members of the media photograph the charging port on the Chevy Spark EV during it's world debut at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)

Members of the media photograph the charging port on the Chevy Spark EV during it's world debut at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)

Photo: Chris Carlson, Associated Press

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A covered Acura RLX is seen prior to unveiling at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show opens to the public on Friday, November 30. less

A covered Acura RLX is seen prior to unveiling at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. ... more

Photo: Jae C. Hong, Associated Press

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The Acura RLX is introduced at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show opens to the public on Friday, November 30. less

The Acura RLX is introduced at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show opens to ... more

Photo: Jae C. Hong, Associated Press

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The Acura RLX is introduced at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show opens to the public on Friday, November 30. less

The Acura RLX is introduced at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show opens to ... more

Photo: Jae C. Hong, Associated Press

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The Honda EV-STER Small Sports Car concept is on display at the Los Angeles Auto Show in Los Angeles, California on media preview day, November 28, 2012. The LA Auto Show will open to the public on November 30 and runs through December 9. less

The Honda EV-STER Small Sports Car concept is on display at the Los Angeles Auto Show in Los Angeles, California on media preview day, November 28, 2012. The LA Auto Show will open to the public on November ... more

Photo: Robyn Beck, AFP/Getty Images

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The Honda EV-STER Small Sports Car concept is on display at the Los Angeles Auto Show in Los Angeles, California on media preview day, November 28, 2012. The LA Auto Show will open to the public on November 30 and runs through December 9. less

The Honda EV-STER Small Sports Car concept is on display at the Los Angeles Auto Show in Los Angeles, California on media preview day, November 28, 2012. The LA Auto Show will open to the public on November ... more

Photo: Robyn Beck, AFP/Getty Images

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Ford America President Mark Fields introduces the 2014 Ford Fiesta as it arrives piloted by race car driver Ken Block (in car) at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show in Los Angeles, California on media preview day, November 28, 2012. The LA Auto Show will open to the public on November 30 and runs through December 9. less

The 2014 Ford Fiesta draws a crowd as it is unveiled at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show in Los Angeles, California on media preview day, November 28, 2012. The LA Auto Show will open to the public on November 30 and runs through December 9. less

The 2014 Ford Fiesta draws a crowd as it is unveiled at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show in Los Angeles, California on media preview day, November 28, 2012. The LA Auto Show will open to the public on November ... more

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The Ford C-Max hybrid is revealed at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show opens to the public on Friday, November 30. less

The Ford C-Max hybrid is revealed at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show ... more

Photo: Jae C. Hong, Associated Press

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The XJ-L on display at the Jaguar Land Rover stands at the LA Auto Show on November 28, 2012 in Los Angeles, California.

The XJ-L on display at the Jaguar Land Rover stands at the LA Auto Show on November 28, 2012 in Los Angeles, California.

Photo: Neilson Barnard, Getty Images For Jaguar Land Rov

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A Ford Focus SE advertises its SYNC capability at the Los Angeles Auto Show in Los Angeles, California on media preview day, November 28, 2012. Ford SYNC technology lets the driver speak to the car and access SYNC Service to get audible turn-by-turn directions, personalized news, stocks and sport scores. The LA Auto Show will open to the public on November 30 and runs through December 9. less

A Ford Focus SE advertises its SYNC capability at the Los Angeles Auto Show in Los Angeles, California on media preview day, November 28, 2012. Ford SYNC technology lets the driver speak to the car and access ... more

Mark Fields, chief operating officer of Ford Motor Company, stands next to the new Ford three-cylinder Fiesta at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Auto Show on November 28, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. The LA Auto Show opens November 30 and runs through December 9. less

Mark Fields, chief operating officer of Ford Motor Company, stands next to the new Ford three-cylinder Fiesta at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Auto Show on November 28, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. The LA Auto ... more

Attendees gather around after the new Ford Motor Co. Fiesta ST hatchback vehicle is introduced during the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, California, U.S., on Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. Ford Motor Co., the second-largest U.S. automaker, is making contingency plans should the nation's economy falter if President Barack Obama and Congress go over the fiscal cliff. Photographer: Jonathan Alcorn/Bloomberg less

Attendees gather around after the new Ford Motor Co. Fiesta ST hatchback vehicle is introduced during the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, California, U.S., on Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. Ford Motor Co., the ... more

The new seven-passenger Ford Transit Connect Wagon is on display at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show in Los Angeles on media preview day, November 28, 2012. The LA Auto Show will open to the public on November 30 and runs through December 9 less

The new seven-passenger Ford Transit Connect Wagon is on display at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show in Los Angeles on media preview day, November 28, 2012. The LA Auto Show will open to the public on November ... more

The new seven-passenger Ford Transit Connect Wagon is on display at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show in Los Angeles on media preview day, November 28, 2012. The LA Auto Show will open to the public on November 30 and runs through December 9. less

The new seven-passenger Ford Transit Connect Wagon is on display at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show in Los Angeles on media preview day, November 28, 2012. The LA Auto Show will open to the public on November ... more

The new Ford Transit Connect van is shown at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show opens to the public on Friday, November 30. less

The new Ford Transit Connect van is shown at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The ... more

Photo: Jae C. Hong, Associated Press

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Toyota shows off the "Fun-Vii," a concept car whose exterior serves as an external display, and whose interior can also be adjusted to fit the driver's mood during the Los Angeles Auto show on November 28, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. Toyota kicked of the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show with the world debut of the all-new 2013 RAV4 The LA Auto Show will open to the public on November 30 and runs through December 9. less

Toyota shows off the "Fun-Vii," a concept car whose exterior serves as an external display, and whose interior can also be adjusted to fit the driver's mood during the Los Angeles Auto show on November 28, 2012 ... more

1956 Lincoln Continental Mark II, center, is seen as part of Lincoln's Heritage on Display at the Los Angeles Auto Show press day, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012 in Los Angeles. This car was built especially for Elizabeth Taylor with bespoke paint and interior that matched the color of her eyes. (Photo by Matt Sayles/Invision for Lincoln/AP Images)

1956 Lincoln Continental Mark II, center, is seen as part of Lincoln's Heritage on Display at the Los Angeles Auto Show press day, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012 in Los Angeles. This car was built especially for

The Ford Fusion wins the Green Car of The Year award at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Thursday, Nov. 29, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show opens to the public on Friday, November 30. less

The Ford Fusion wins the Green Car of The Year award at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, Thursday, Nov. 29, 2012. The annual Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the media Wednesday at the Los Angeles Convention ... more

Photo: Jae C. Hong, Associated Press

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A 2013 Ford Shelby GT 500 at the Los Angeles Auto show in Los Angeles, California on media preview day, November 28, 2012. The Shelby GT 500 has a based sticker price of MSRP USD $54,200. The LA Auto Show will open to the public on November 30 and runs through December 9. less

A 2013 Ford Shelby GT 500 at the Los Angeles Auto show in Los Angeles, California on media preview day, November 28, 2012. The Shelby GT 500 has a based sticker price of MSRP USD $54,200. The LA Auto Show ... more

A visitor looks at a 2013 Ford Shelby GT 500 at the Los Angeles Auto show in Los Angeles, California on media preview day, November 28, 2012. The Shelby GT 500 has a based sticker price of MSRP USD $54,200. The LA Auto Show will open to the public on November 30 and runs through December 9. less

A visitor looks at a 2013 Ford Shelby GT 500 at the Los Angeles Auto show in Los Angeles, California on media preview day, November 28, 2012. The Shelby GT 500 has a based sticker price of MSRP USD $54,200. ... more

LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 28: The Grayhound hood ornament on the one-of-a-kind 1937 Lincoln Derham Sport Sedan is shown on display as part of Lincoln's Heritage On Display during the Los Angeles Auto Show media day on November 28, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. The LA Auto Show opens to the public November 30 and runs through December 9. less

LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 28: The Grayhound hood ornament on the one-of-a-kind 1937 Lincoln Derham Sport Sedan is shown on display as part of Lincoln's Heritage On Display during the Los Angeles Auto Show ... more

A one-of-a-kind 1937 Lincoln Derham Sport Sedan is shown on display as part of Lincoln's Heritage On Display during the Los Angeles Auto Show media day on November 28, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. The LA Auto Show opens to the public November 30 and runs through December 9. less

A one-of-a-kind 1937 Lincoln Derham Sport Sedan is shown on display as part of Lincoln's Heritage On Display during the Los Angeles Auto Show media day on November 28, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. The LA ... more